The Marking Knife with Cut-Outs features a precision-ground steel blade hardened to 60 HRC for sharp, a... Read More
The Marking Knife with Cut-Outs features a precision-ground steel blade hardened to 60 HRC for sharp, accurate layout lines in woodworking, with a cut-out blade design for improved visibility and control and an ergonomic rosewood handle for comfortable, precise marking. Read Less
The Marking Knife with Cut-Outs is a precision woodworking layout tool designed for creating clean, accurate scribe lines before cutting, chiseling, or fitting wooden joints. Unlike pencil markings, its sharp steel blade cuts a narrow, clearly defined line directly into the wood, providing a precise reference for subsequent woodworking operations. The specialized blade shape features cut-outs that improve visibility of the marked line and provide greater control during detailed layout work.
Made from heat-treated steel hardened to 60 HRC, the blade is designed for durability and long-lasting sharpness. It can mark both across and along the wood grain, creating a fine groove that helps guide and position a chisel for accurate cutting. The ergonomic handle is crafted from exotic rosewood, offering a secure grip and tactile feedback for controlled marking. Ideal for joinery, furniture making, and detailed woodworking, this marking knife helps improve layout accuracy and produce cleaner, more consistent results.
Features
Precision Woodworking Layout: Creates narrow, clearly defined scribe lines for accurate cutting, chiseling, and joinery.
A marking knife is used to create precise scribe lines on wooden workpieces before cutting, chiseling, or assembling joints. The blade cuts a narrow groove into the wood, providing a more defined reference than a pencil line.
What is the advantage of the cut-out blade design?
The cut-outs improve visibility of the marked line and provide better control over blade positioning, making it easier to perform accurate layout work.
Can this marking knife be used across and along the wood grain?
Yes. The knife is designed to produce clean, accurate scribe lines both across and along the wood grain.
How does a marking knife help improve chisel accuracy?
The sharp blade creates a narrow groove in the wood that can help position and guide a chisel during cutting, improving control when preparing joints and detailed woodworking features.
What is the blade hardness?
The steel blade is heat-treated to 60 HRC for durability and long-lasting cutting-edge sharpness.
What material is the handle made from?
The handle is made from exotic rosewood and features an ergonomic shape for a stable grip and precise control during marking.
Is this marking knife suitable for furniture making and joinery?
Yes. It is well suited for precision woodworking applications such as marking joints, preparing chisel cuts, and laying out components for furniture and cabinetry.